Commis Chef – Malmaison

Hotel Du Vin; Newcastle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Commis Chefs to join their vibrant kitchen team. This position offers immediate starts and the chance to develop your culinary skills in a dynamic environment. You will be part of a team that takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences for guests. With a focus on internal development, this role could lead to further career progression within the company. Enjoy competitive pay, a variety of perks, and the opportunity to work with high-quality ingredients in a supportive atmosphere. If you are eager to learn and grow in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates

Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate

35% off dining

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

High Street Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Referral schemes

Complimentary anniversary stays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and cooking under the guidance of senior chefs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Wagestream

Job description

Job title: Commis Chef

Rate of pay / Hours: £11.95pr / 35hr pw (Hourly rate of pay will increase from April 1st 2025)

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Malmaison Newcastle

Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn something new and make a career for Life with Malmaison.

Malmaison is looking for Commis Chefs with Immediate Starts available.

Get a taste for our Kitchen… Do you love watching your food leave the pass, knowing that the guest will love eating it as much as you loved cooking it? Do you love people and making guests smile? Can you deliver on our high standards every day?

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink, and a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Chef De Partie role – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards.

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros.
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career.
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes.
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month.
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!).
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more.
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earned. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary.
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family.

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK.
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone in the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on projects year round.
• We have moved to a chemical-free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme-based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace.

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Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.